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3232Tips and Tricks for Your New PS Vitahttps://blog.us.playstation.com/2014/12/26/tips-and-tricks-for-your-new-ps-vita/
https://blog.us.playstation.com/2014/12/26/tips-and-tricks-for-your-new-ps-vita/#commentsFri, 26 Dec 2014 14:01:04 +0000https://blog.us.playstation.com/?p=147300Christmas may be over, but the gaming fun has just begun. For those of you who got a PS Vita from Santa, or as a gift to yourself — congrats! I’ve collected some handy tips and tricks for you to get the most out of your new Vita.

Remote Play with PS4

Remote Play is one of my favorite features of PS Vita. This feature lets you steam your PS4 games from your PS4 system over Wi-Fi to your PS Vita. So if the living room TV is tied up, just use Remote Play to send your PS4 game to your Vita and continue playing. For instructions on how to link your PS4 to your PS Vita for Remote Play, click here.

PlayStation Now

Our game streaming service that uses cloud-based technology, PS Now, launched in open beta on PS Vita just a few months ago. Through PS Now, you can play hit PS3 games like God of War: Ascension and inFAMOUS on a portable system — how cool is that? To get started, download the PlayStation Now Open Beta App from PlayStation Store.

Quick Settings Menu

PS Vita’s Quick Settings menu lets you easily change settings for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, music, brightness, chat audio and microphone, even while you’re in the middle of your gameplay. Just hold the PS home for a few seconds and the quick setting menu will pop up.

Personalize Your PS Vita Background

Customize your PS Vita with themes from PlayStation Store, or upload photos taken from PS Vita’s camera in the Themes & Background menu under Settings. Some cool themes currently available free on PlayStation Store include Uncharted Golden Abyss and PlayStation’s 20th Anniversary theme.

Take a Screenshot

Just like PS4, you can snap a screenshot of your game on PS Vita. To take a screenshot, press the PS button and the START button at the same time. You can view the captured screenshots in (Photos), and attach them to tweets using Vita’s LiveTweet application.

Organize Your Apps with Folders

Got a lot of apps on your home screen? You can quickly create folders to organize your games and apps. Just hold down on the icon, select Create Folder, name it, and start dragging other similar apps/games to the folder you’ve just created.

Calendar App

Use the calendar application to set up gaming events with your friends. You can also sync your Google calendar to have all your events with you on your PS Vita. The app also makes it easy to share your favorite events by using the Messages and Email applications.

PlayStation Plus

Get access to a rotating list of free games from the Instant Game Collection, 1GB of cloud storage for game saves, deep discounts off select content, and more with PS Plus.

For December, Final Horizon and Titan Attacks! are currently free for PS Plus members via the Instant Game Collection. Also, one PS Plus membership works across PS4, PS3 and PS Vita.

Hi everyone! Last month, we announced that Themes are coming to PS Vita and PS4. If you’re a PS Vita owner, the wait is almost over! Later tonight, PS Vita system software update v3.30 will be available to download, enabling you to personalize your PS Vita’s Start and Home screens, system application icons, and the system’s background music.

Starting tomorrow, non-game Themes including Crystal, Four Seasons, and Stitching will be available to purchase and download from PlayStation Store on PS Vita. Themes from fan-favorite PlayStation Vita games, like Uncharted: Golden Abyss, Tearaway, and Freedom Wars are all coming soon. You’ll be able to manage downloaded themes through the PS Vita system’s Settings app. Check out these bad boys in action:

Update v3.30 also allows you to see Trophy rarity when viewing Trophies on your PS Vita so you can know just how kickbutt your gaming skillz are!

If you’re a fan of setting up events with your friends via the Calendar app on PS Vita, you can now send event files from your Calendar to your friends using Messages or Email so they can easily add them to their own Calendar. This update will also allow you to add players not in your Friends list to your events.

Let us know what you think of the new update in the comments below. What Themes do you want to see make their way to PS Vita? I know I have a wish list!

]]>https://blog.us.playstation.com/2014/10/01/themes-coming-to-ps-vita-with-system-software-update-3-30/feed/251https://blog.us.playstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/themes.jpg4.12Platform Marketing, SCEA2515PS Vita System Software Update 3.10https://blog.us.playstation.com/2014/03/24/ps-vita-system-software-update-3-10/
https://blog.us.playstation.com/2014/03/24/ps-vita-system-software-update-3-10/#commentsMon, 24 Mar 2014 23:59:51 +0000https://blog.us.playstation.com/?p=126921Hi everyone! The next system software update for PS Vita, version 3.10, will be available for download beginning later today. This update brings some anticipated and useful features to PS Vita, including the ability to display more than 100 applications on the home screen (we know you’ve been waiting patiently for this one), and a new Calendar application.

Check out some of the new features and changes in PS Vita’s 3.10 system update below:

You can now display up to 500 applications on the home screen.

A Calendar application has been added for PS Vita, allowing you to set up gaming events with your friends. Sync your Google calendar to have all your events with you on your PS Vita. You can also share your favorite events by using the Messages and Email applications.

A new “Manage Content on Memory Card” option has been added to the Content Manager application. You can now view the data on your memory card, making it easier than ever to manage content on your PS Vita. You can now view memory usage by content type, and delete content and applications.

You can now send and receive voice messages using the Messages application on PS Vita. Exchange voice messages with your friends and players on PS4 and PS Vita.

For the full list of new or revised features in PS Vita system software update 3.10 and instructions for updating your system, please visit this page after the update goes live later today.

Let us know what you think of the new update in the comments below. What new feature are you most looking forward to?

Hi everyone! I can’t believe it’s been a year, but here we are celebrating another PS Vita anniversary! So much has happened since its launch in North America two years ago – many amazing games were released, Remote Play functionality with PS4 was added, and we announced PlayStation Now is coming to PS Vita. The platform has greatly transformed in the past year, and the passionate support and personal stories I’ve heard from our development community have been truly inspiring. Plus exciting things are on the horizon, including the launch of our new slimmer model PS Vita this spring.

In the meantime, we wish a big “thank you” to our fans for being a part of our community. Starting tomorrow, enjoy the week-long PS Vita Anniversary Sale which will discount some amazing titles.

In addition, @HeyPlayStation is hosting a week-long sweepstakes, featuring Vita related games and accessories. Stay tuned on Twitter for more information!

Keep in mind, we also have a Back to 2013 Sale taking place this week with additional sales on Vita games. Click here for more info.

As with any anniversary, we thought we’d take the time to call-out a few of our memorable moments from the last year. Although many great titles were released, these stood out in particular and kept the device in my purse/pocket/hands at all times.

Spelunky

Spelunky is one of the most addictive and lovable games I’ve ever encountered. From the adorable yet macabre art and animation, to the endless hours of replay grinding (ONE DAY I WILL BEAT KING YAMA), Spelunky will never leave my memory card.

Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc

The story immediately sucks you in with a solid plot-line, unexpected twists, and an eclectic set of characters to choosily befriend (Byakuya’s my #1). I’m quite pumped that our friends at NIS America have already announced Danganronpa 2 coming to the US this Fall… it’s still Monokuma time!

Hotline Miami

The game is perfect for quick bursts on the go, controls well with PS Vita’s analogue sticks and touch pads, and its pixel graphics look fantastic on PS Vita’s screen. Hotline Miami is also full of all sorts of fun Easter egg references to the indie community, which ties in so well with PS Vita’s game library as a whole.

Tearaway

Definitely a must buy if you own a PS Vita. With gorgeous art, a killer soundtrack, and Iota/Atoi (your personal messenger and best friend), Tearaway is a truly immersive experience that makes you enjoy the world in a new (and papery) way.

My favorite part of the PS Vita is all the personal adventures it takes me on and the lasting memories they create. I’ve listed a few above, and I’d love to hear yours. Comment away! <:D

Hello! Since 2014 is a brand new year, we wanted to introduce a brand new PlayStation Store program to start it off with a bang. I’m excited to announce PS Vita PLAY, our new four-week program featuring a rad lineup of PS Vita games, exclusive discounts for PS Plus members and special offers.

Each week for the next four weeks on PS Store, a new PS Vita game will be released as part of the PS Vita PLAY promotion. If you are a PlayStation Plus member, you will receive a 20% discount on each PS Vita PLAY game during the launch week of each respective game. As an added bonus, anyone who purchases two or more PS Vita PLAY games from January 21st through February 17th will receive a bonus SEN wallet credit.

Buy any 4 PS Vita PLAY games to get $10

Buy any 3 PS Vita PLAY games to get $6

Buy any 2 PS Vita PLAY games to get $3

Over the next four weeks, you’ll get to skate like a pro, blast Kamehameha waves, clean the world in style and rock a colorfully modern take on a classic arcade shooter. What am I talking about?! Check the lineup below:

Title

Launch Week

PS Plus Launch Week Price

Regular Price

OlliOlli (1/21)

1/21 through 1/27

$10.39

$12.99

Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z (1/28)

1/28 through 2/3

$31.99

$39.99

Dustforce (2/4)

2/4 through 2/10

$7.99

$9.99

TxK (2/11)

2/11 through 2/17

$7.99

$9.99

Want to know more? Let’s hear from the developers themselves:

OlliOlli – Tom Hegarty // Director, Roll 7

“We’re stoked to be bringing OlliOlli to you guys, we’re a small team based in London and we’re actually skateboarders (at least we were in our youth) as well as huge gamers, so this project really has been a labour of love for us. We can’t wait to see what scores people start posting and we’re giving you a five day head start before we unleash our senior coder, Nikos onto the nearest Vita and he starts busting some serious scores. You have been warned. And remember, just don’t slam on your face…”

Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z – Brandon Williams // Producer, Namco

“Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z is a completely new DBZ game focused on team battles, letting you create your ultimate DBZ dream team and battling online head to head in teams of 4 vs. 4 or even up to 8 players simultaneously across the globe! The game follows the classic DBZ storyline and features many “what if” scenarios which are sure to please the fans. The graphical look of Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z blends the best aspects of the manga and the anime creating visually striking action. Fans will also get a chance to play characters from the new movie “DRAGON BALL Z BATTLE OF GODS” for the first time! With massive co-op and competitive online battles, giant bosses waiting to be taken down, huge character roster and 60 unforgettable missions, Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z will make you want to go Super Saiyan in no time! To try the demo, click here.”

Dustforce – Rey Jimenez // Producer, Capcom

“Everyone at Capcom is thrilled to bring Dustforce, the critically-acclaimed PC title from indie developer Hitbox Team, to PS3 and PS Vita fans. Continuing the tradition of today’s boutique developers, Dustforce has an art style and soundtrack that’s utterly unique and addicting. Dustforce is a simple and pure platformer that asks only one thing of the gamer…Be the fastest you can be.”

TxK – Jeff Minter // Designer, Llamasoft

“We bring 30 years of arcade design experience to bear in TxK, the latest and greatest evolution of the abstract arcade shooter style that we pioneered back in the 90s. TxK features beautiful vector graphics that look stunning on the Vita’s screen, an outstanding and extensive original soundtrack and absorbing, satisfying gameplay that’ll take you to tranced-out arcade nirvana. TxK is neon candy for your thumbs and your mind – come get your supply!”

]]>https://blog.us.playstation.com/2014/01/20/ps-vita-play-4-new-vita-games-ps-plus-discounts-and-more/feed/86https://blog.us.playstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/vita-play.jpg3.83Platform Marketing, SCEA867PS Vita 3.00 System Update Out Nowhttps://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/11/04/ps-vita-3-00-system-update-coming-soon/
https://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/11/04/ps-vita-3-00-system-update-coming-soon/#commentsTue, 05 Nov 2013 01:00:56 +0000https://blog.us.playstation.com/?p=119992PS Vita, version 3.00. This update includes some great features, like a new application called PS4 Link, which -- you guessed it -- allows PS Vita to connect to PS4 for Remote Play and Second Screen capabilities. We’re thrilled for everyone to see how PS Vita will be the ultimate companion device to PS4 through this application. ]]>Hi everyone! We’ve released a new system software update for PS Vita, version 3.00. This update includes some great features, like a new application called PS4 Link, which — you guessed it — allows PS Vita to connect to PS4 for Remote Play and Second Screen capabilities. We’re thrilled for everyone to see how PS Vita will be the ultimate companion device to PS4 through this application.

We made a video to highlight some of the key features in this new update. Have a look!

For an expanded list of the new updates included in PS Vita’s 3.00 system software, read on:

PS4 Link

The PS4 Link app has been added to the PS Vita system’s home screen. With this application, you can use your PS Vita to remotely control a PS4 system, and play a range of PS4 games on your PS Vita screen. When you’re playing a game on PS4 that supports second screen features, you can also display information from that game on your PS Vita and use it as a second screen.

Parental Controls

The Parental Controls application has been added to the home screen. You can now manage the duration of game play, and the use of games and videos that have parental controls. You can also control access to certain areas of the system, including the use of the Internet browser and Location Data.

Photos

A Panoramic Camera setting has been added. You can now take panoramic photos on PS Vita, and look around the photo by using the PS Vita’s built-in motion sensor.

Friends

The application layout for Friends has been improved. There are now four tabs:

Find Player on PSN

Friends

Friend Requests

Players Blocked

Messages

The Group Messaging application name and icon have been changed to Messages. The application layout has also been improved, and you can now send and receive messages with friends and players on PS4 or on mobile devices installed with PlayStation App.

Party

The icon for the Party application has been changed. You can now voice chat and text chat with friends and players on PS4.

Email

You can now sync the contacts saved in your email account from services including Gmail and Yahoo! Mail. To sync your contacts, select Contact List > Options > [CardDAV Settings] > [Add CardDAV Account], and then follow the screens.

Content Manager

You can now use Wi-Fi to connect your PS Vita to a PS3, and transfer data between them. Your PS Vita and PS3 must be connected within the same network.‎ Also, to use this feature, the system software of the PS3 you’re using must be version 4.50 or later.

PS3 Remote Play

The Remote Play application name and icon have been changed to PS3 Remote Play.

Settings

You can now download future system software updates automatically.

Trophies

You can now display Trophies of PS4 software on your PS Vita. Rarity of the trophy cannot be displayed.

]]>https://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/11/04/ps-vita-3-00-system-update-coming-soon/feed/230https://blog.us.playstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/VITA2.jpg4.61Platform Marketing, SCEA23012Knockout Sale Hits PS Vita This Weekhttps://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/11/04/knockout-sale-hits-ps-vita-this-week/
https://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/11/04/knockout-sale-hits-ps-vita-this-week/#commentsMon, 04 Nov 2013 15:00:49 +0000https://blog.us.playstation.com/?p=119903Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition on PS Vita next week. To prepare for this game’s imminent arrival, we’re offering discounts on some of our favorite PS Vita fighting games.]]>Hi everybody! I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait for Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition on PS Vita next week. To prepare for this game’s imminent arrival, we’re offering discounts on some of our favorite PS Vita fighting games.

Tomorrow, we’ve got a set of discounts on PS Vita fighters (with a new batch of discounts next week), with prices up to 60% off. PlayStation Plus members get an additional 20% off. Visit PS Store tomorrow to take advantage of the first week’s deals, and check back on November 12th for the second week of sales.

]]>https://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/11/04/knockout-sale-hits-ps-vita-this-week/feed/60https://blog.us.playstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/knockout-sale.jpg3.59Platform Marketing, SCEA602PlayStation Comes to Fantastic Fest in Austinhttps://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/09/17/playstation-comes-to-fantastic-fest-in-austin/
https://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/09/17/playstation-comes-to-fantastic-fest-in-austin/#commentsTue, 17 Sep 2013 17:59:17 +0000https://blog.us.playstation.com/?p=115856Fantastic Arcade (Sept. 19 – 22), the gaming offshoot of Austin’s sci-fi/horror/fantasy film festival Fantastic Fest, again this year. If you are attending, swing by the PlayStation area to get hands-on with a bunch of neat games for PS Vita, including upcoming indie titles like Luftrausers, Fez, Hohokum, and TxK.]]>Hello! We’re very excited to be sponsoring Fantastic Arcade (Sept. 19 – 22), the gaming offshoot of Austin’s sci-fi/horror/fantasy film festival Fantastic Fest, again this year. If you are attending, swing by the PlayStation area to get hands-on with a bunch of neat games for PS Vita, including upcoming indie titles like Luftrausers, Fez, Hohokum, and TxK.

Also, if you’re a game developer or interested in becoming one, our Developer Relations team will be holding a panel on Friday at 4:00pm:

We <3 Devs: Self-publishing Indie Games on PlayStation platforms
It’s exciting times around PlayStation – PS4 launches in less than two months, and PS Vita is really hitting its stride (as you’ll see if you stop by our Fantastic Arcade sponsorship area!). We’ve been putting the spotlight on indie developers all year, and we’ve been making our platforms friendlier than ever to self-publish on – if you’re an indie developer, we’d love to work with you! The SCEA Developer Relations will be on-hand to talk about the process and answer any burning questions you may have.

Here’s the full list of PlayStation games that are playable at the show – hope to see you there!

Fantastic Fest PS Vita Lineup

Tearaway

Hohokum

Metrico

Doki Doki Universe

Luftrausers

Runner 2

Fez

Mutant Mudds Deluxe

TxK

Lone Survivor

Terraria

Flower

Olli Olli

1001 Spikes

Hotline Miami

Spelunky

Tokyo Jungle

Little Acorns

Hermit Crab in Space

Hills of Glory WWII

Ten By Eight

]]>https://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/09/17/playstation-comes-to-fantastic-fest-in-austin/feed/13https://blog.us.playstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/arcade1.jpg4.35Platform Marketing, SCEA133PS Vita Game Sale Celebrates Japanese Developershttps://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/08/12/ps-vita-game-sale-celebrates-japanese-developers/
https://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/08/12/ps-vita-game-sale-celebrates-japanese-developers/#commentsMon, 12 Aug 2013 14:00:03 +0000https://blog.us.playstation.com/?p=112246PS Vita by giving you sweet discounts on some awesome titles. Starting tomorrow, we’re offering deals on a great collection of PS Vita games, with prices up to 50% off! PlayStation Plus members get an added bonus, receiving up to 75% off.]]>

Hey everyone! I’m excited to announce that over the next two weeks we’re celebrating Japanese-developed games on PS Vita by giving you sweet discounts on some awesome titles. Starting tomorrow, we’re offering deals on a great collection of PS Vita games, with prices up to 50% off! PlayStation Plus members get an added bonus, receiving up to 75% off.

Visit PlayStation Store tomorrow to take advantage of this week’s deals, and don’t forget to check back on August 20th for the second week of amazing Japanese PS Vita games on sale.

]]>https://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/08/12/ps-vita-game-sale-celebrates-japanese-developers/feed/251https://blog.us.playstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/japanesesale1.jpg4.41Platform Marketing, SCEA2515LittleBigPlanet PS Vita is Go for Launch!https://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/25/littlebigplanet-ps-vita-is-go-for-launch/
https://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/25/littlebigplanet-ps-vita-is-go-for-launch/#commentsTue, 25 Sep 2012 17:35:47 +0000https://blog.us.playstation.com/?p=85796LittleBigPlanet PS Vita officially launches today in North America on PS Vita game card and PSN today, and sets our loveable hero on an all-new journey filled with an unprecedented level of exploration and content creation.
Swing by your nearest retailer to pick up a copy, or purchase the digital version through PSN with today’s PlayStation Store update. Don’t dawdle: if you download the game during the first week of release (September 25th through October 1st), you will receive the special BioShock and Knights of Old costume packs bundled with your purchase.]]>Welcome to Carnivala! Explore a land of mystery and peril as Sackboy debuts in his first PS Vita adventure. LittleBigPlanet PS Vita officially launches today in North America on PS Vita game card and PSN today, and sets our loveable hero on an all-new journey filled with an unprecedented level of exploration and content creation.

Swing by your nearest retailer to pick up a copy, or purchase the digital version through PSN with today’s PlayStation Store update. Don’t dawdle: if you download the game during the first week of release (September 25th through October 1st), you will receive the special BioShock and Knights of Old costume packs bundled with your purchase.

What the Critics are Saying

LittleBigPlanet PS Vita is already a smash success with critics. It’s currently sitting at the top of the charts on Metacritic and the reviews have been sacktastic!

G4TV – 4.5/5
“LittleBigPlanet PS Vita takes the solid platforming from the PlayStation 3 releases and pairs [it] wonderfully with the Vita’s touch controls. The ease of level creation and beautiful visuals make LittleBigPlanet PS Vita the best LBP title to date.”GameSpot– 8.5/10
“The Vita version of LittleBigPlanet is the best yet, and makes great use of touch and tilt controls to boot.”PCMag (Editor’s Choice) – 4.5/5
“This is easily the best version of LittleBigPlanet yet, with more creation tools than ever. It looks just as good as it did on the PS3, and the extensive options promise no end of levels and even full games from the community.”New York Post – A
“This is a joyful, creative game… if you don’t smile when you’re playing, something’s broken in your brain.”

Now, it’s time for the community to speak. We can’t wait to hear what you think of the title, but more importantly, we can’t wait to see what you create! Levels are already starting to pour in on the LBP PS Vita community page – be sure to bookmark http://vita.lbp.me/ before you let your imagination run wild!